Health News and Resources

FamilyCare would like to remind all members that measles can be prevented by the combination MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine. This vaccine is safe and effective, reducing measles cases in the United States by more than 99% since its launch.
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OHP coverage includes non-emergency transportation (NEMT) for members with no other means of getting to appointments. In the Tri-County Area, a new Ride To Care service will take over non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) on January 1, 2015.
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Flu season typically starts in October, gains steam in November and December, and peaks in February. But there's an easy way to reduce your risk: Get a flu shot. Flu shots, or vaccinations, can decrease the number of flu-related hospitalizations by more than 70%, and...
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If you’re a Medicare member, you may already know that October 15 to December 7 is the Annual Enrollment Period, the time when you’re able to sign up for a new Medicare plan. But there are some additional dates you need to keep in mind when shopping for a new plan. Here’s a breakdown of the Annual Enrollment Period with the season’s most important dates highlighted. Make sure you allow yourself pl
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Type 1 diabetes usually appears in children and young adults, but type 2 diabetes can be diagnosed at any age. It’s important to be on the lookout for these symptoms of diabetes, particularly if you are overweight, don’t regularly exercise, or tend to eat unhealthy foods.
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